2025-10-08
Qatar Chamber Board Member Invites Indian Businesses To Deepen Investment Ties
Qatar Chamber board member Mohamed bin Ahmed al-Obaidli has encouraged Indian companies to explore deeper investment opportunities in Qatar, highlighting the country’s readiness to support strategic partnerships across high-impact sectors.
Al-Obadili made the statement on the sidelines of the Qatar-India Joint Business Council meeting organised in Doha by Qatar Chamber. Speaking to Gulf Times, he said: “Qatar welcomes trade partnerships of all scales. At this stage of our economic development, we’re especially keen to explore joint investments that bring long-term value and innovation to the market.”
Al-Obaidli emphasised that Qatar’s infrastructure and incentives are already in place, offering a strong platform for collaboration: “Infrastructure in Qatar is ready. The incentives are ready; everything is ready, so we are welcoming everybody.”
He noted that Qatar’s competitive advantages, particularly in energy, logistics, and tariff structures, have begun attracting interest from Europe and the US. “Even if you are exporting, you are still within 10% tariffs, which is better than higher rates in other countries,” he pointed out.
Al-Obaidli expressed optimism about potential collaborations in technology, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence (AI) – sectors that require high energy inputs and specialised infrastructure. “This is where we need to drive such things to attract talent, funding, and startups, among others, to Qatar,” he explained.
He also highlighted the distinction between government-led investments and private sector engagement, encouraging Indian firms to maximise Qatar’s open investment environment.
Al-Obaidli also welcomed the growing interest in startup tie-ups between Qatar and India, describing the country’s private sector as “mature and ready to support” foreign direct investment. Positioning Qatar as a neutral hub amid global trade shifts, al-Obaidli said the country is well-placed to support international supply chains.
Al-Obadili made the statement on the sidelines of the Qatar-India Joint Business Council meeting organised in Doha by Qatar Chamber. Speaking to Gulf Times, he said: “Qatar welcomes trade partnerships of all scales. At this stage of our economic development, we’re especially keen to explore joint investments that bring long-term value and innovation to the market.”
Al-Obaidli emphasised that Qatar’s infrastructure and incentives are already in place, offering a strong platform for collaboration: “Infrastructure in Qatar is ready. The incentives are ready; everything is ready, so we are welcoming everybody.”
He noted that Qatar’s competitive advantages, particularly in energy, logistics, and tariff structures, have begun attracting interest from Europe and the US. “Even if you are exporting, you are still within 10% tariffs, which is better than higher rates in other countries,” he pointed out.
Al-Obaidli expressed optimism about potential collaborations in technology, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence (AI) – sectors that require high energy inputs and specialised infrastructure. “This is where we need to drive such things to attract talent, funding, and startups, among others, to Qatar,” he explained.
He also highlighted the distinction between government-led investments and private sector engagement, encouraging Indian firms to maximise Qatar’s open investment environment.
Al-Obaidli also welcomed the growing interest in startup tie-ups between Qatar and India, describing the country’s private sector as “mature and ready to support” foreign direct investment. Positioning Qatar as a neutral hub amid global trade shifts, al-Obaidli said the country is well-placed to support international supply chains.
Source: GULF TIMES